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I'm not a big museum person, but this is a must-see of the very best antiquities from Lebanon/Phoenicia. When you're elsewere in the country, you'll see reference to discoveries that are now in the National Museum, so it's helpful to see this place before touring....More

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It's definitely worth the walk to the National Museum of Beirut. Well laid out in a logical timeline, good descriptions and very interesting artefacts on show. I particularly liked the jewellry from the different periods. If you like history then this is a must see.

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This is one of the nicest museums I have ever visited. It is just the right size so that you can see it all but not be overwhelmed. It is spacious and all the exhibits are easy to see and, very importantly, almost all are...More

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Not very big, but it id magnificent collection of ancient artifacts - since fenician period. Whole ancient history in few pillules is there. In the lowest, underground level they are sarcophages - must to see!

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I visited this medium-sized museum before going to the ancient ruins of Lebanon. I liked it very much. Some nice pieces of history while the entrance fee was very low.
the phenician little figures were awesome! The sarcophagus is legendary! nice work and great to...More

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A medium size museum but a must for your Beirut visit. Easy to get around and well lit. Very interesting Middle Eastern styles on exhibit and some lovely Hellenistic examples too. The small bronze figurines were fascinating and to think they were common household items...More

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The National Museum of Beirut is a little gem with astonishing treasures from the last many thousands of year. The displays are really nice and spacious so you have a good glance at all the details. The location is a little of the beaten track...More

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After visiting some of the major archeological sights (such as Tyre, Byblos, Anjar, and Baalbek), it is certainly worth visiting this beautiful museum. It is packed with artifacts from various parts of Lebanon, yet still on a human scale: while one easily spends at least...More

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